Panasonic TH-42PZ85U 46" Plasma Tv
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Instructions 42"/46"/50" Class 1080p Plasma HDTV (41.6/46.0/49.9 inches measured diagonally) Manual de instrucciones Televisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 42"/46"/50" de Plasma (41,6/46,0/49,9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) TH-42PZ85U Model No. Número de modelo TH-46PZ85U TH-50PZ85U - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 2
! Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement This device contains a digital television tuner, so it should receive digital over the air TV programming, with a suitable antenna, after the end of full-power analog TV broadcasting in the United States (as required by law) on February 17 - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 3
on TV 22 Advanced Features How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc 24 VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM 28 Lock 32 Editing and Setting 45 Technical Information 46 FAQ 50 Care and Cleaning 52 Specifications 53 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A 54 Customer Services Directory (for U. S. - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 4
of Conformity Model No. TH-42PZ85U, TH-46PZ85U, TH-50PZ85U Responsible Party: Contact Source: email: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) [email protected] CANADIAN NOTICE: For - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 5
electric shock. AC Power Supply Cord The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 60 Hz. Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go. If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket plate is - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 6
TH-46PZ85U, TH-50PZ85U) Cleaning cloth Operating Instructions Quick Setup Guide (For viewing HD programming) Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.) Optional Accessory Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) TY-WK42PV4W (angle) TY-WK42PR4W Note In order to maintain the TV - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 7
may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately. During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened. If sufficient care is not taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 8
both sides click into place. Keep pushing both side snaps Cable Binding Instructions To attach hole Cable clamper Insert Do not bundle the RF cable When using the options, follow the option's assembly manual to fix cables. To bundle Set hooks To remove Snaps Keep pushing both sides till they - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 9
shown in this book are supplied with the TV. For the details of the external equipment's connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first. For additional assistance - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 10
the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR VHF/UHF Antenna AC 120 V 60 Hz Back of the TV * See page 8 ( AC cord connection) AC Cord AUDIO 1 COMPONENT R L IN PR PB AV Equipment (e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR) (with TV tuner) 10 Connecting TV and AV equipment Please refer to A - D on p. 12 - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 11
Guide Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver TV Satellite You can enjoy high-definition DVD Recorder Receiver VHF/UHF Antenna programming by subscribing to or high-definition satellite service Recorder or VCR (with TV tuner) Connecting TV and AV equipment Please - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 12
will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. For "VIERA LinkTM connections", please refer to p. 41. B To use COMPONENT terminals L 1 copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 13
C.A.T.S. sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System). (p. 24) Chooses menu and submenu entries. Remote control sensor Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set. Note The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 14
time setup" is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when "Auto power on" (p. 26-27) is set to "No". or Turn the TV On with the POWER button POWER or ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to the previous - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 15
menu screen Auto channel setup Select "Auto program" First time setup Language Clock Auto program next select Select "ANT in" Program channel ANT in Cable Auto set select ANT in Cable: Cable TV is performed for 60 seconds and the "Manual program" menu will also exit automatically. If you - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 16
Watching TV Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box, or antenna cable (p. 9-12) To watch TV and other functions Turn power on POWER or Note If the mode is not TV, press (p. 20) and select TV. (TV) SUB MENU Select a channel number up ■To directly input the digital - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 17
remain the same even after the TV is turned off. ■Set Favorite Feature Favorite Feature ■Use Favorite Feature 1 Display the SUB MENU. SUB MENU 2 Setup SUB MENU Surf mode All Set favorite CC Off Caption select Signal meter Setup SUB MENU Surf mode All Set favorite CC Off Caption select - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 18
time. Off: The data can be played manually. Play SD card now Press the SD key or select "SD card" on the Menu. You can skip this step when "Play SD card now" is selected or "On" is set in "Play SD card automatically" setting. Menu or VIERA Link Lock SD card Select the data to - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 19
"Setup slide show" ok 2 Select "picture" Photo menu Picture Setup slide show 3 Select the item and adjust Setup slide show Disp. time 5 Repeat On Select Adjust Disp. time Repeat You can set how many seconds each image is displayed in Slide show mode. (1-10/15/20/30/45/60/120 sec) Turn the - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 20
. (p. 39) With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu ■To return to TV Note For details, see the manual of the equipment. 20 Select the input mode Input select 1 TV 2 Component 1 AUX 3 Component 2 4 HDMI 1 GAME or 5 HDMI 2 6 HDMI 3 GAME 7 Video 1 8 Video - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 21
DVDs Select "Setup" Menu VIERA Link Lock SD card CC Setup select next Select "VIERA Link setting" Setup 2/2 select VIERA Link setting Advanced setup next About Select "VIERA Link" VIERA Link setting VIERA Link On Power off link Set Power on link Set Default speakers TV select ■Press to - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 22
You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC (p. 40) Display the Input select menu Input select 1 TV 2 Component 1 AUX 3 Component 2 4 HDMI 1 GAME 5 HDMI 2 6 HDMI 3 GAME 7 Video 1 8 Video 2 GAME 9 PC Select "PC" PC Corresponding signals (p. 49) ■To - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 23
■PC menu setting (change as desired) Making settings "How to Use Menu Functions" to (p. 24) Menu Item problem if the whole picture appears to flicker or is blurred. First adjust the Dot Clock to get the best - 110 kHz Vertical: 48 - 120 Hz Audio menu (p. 24) For PC input, only audio signals can - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 24
menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display menu ■Menu list Menu Item Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Speaker output VIERA Link ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 25
TV) (p. 30-31) • VIERA Link menu is accessible directly by pressing the VIERA Link button on the remote control. (p. 30) Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings bass sound and provides powerful sound. (On/Off) • This setting will not function if "off" is set in "Speaker output". - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 26
so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Menu Item Display menu ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to the previous screen Displays the functions that can be set (varies according to the input signal) Select "Setup" Menu next VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 27
the pictures and audio specified in this menu. (p. 37) (On/Off) set with Setup, such as channel settings. (p. 34) Pixel orbiter Automatic Time Side bar 4 Bright Scrolling bar VIERA Link On Power off link Set Power on link Set Default speakers TV Auto power on No No signal shut-off Set - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 28
you use Panasonic's HDMI cable. Recommended part number: RP manuals for the equipment. Follow direction - in "VIERA Link setting" (p. 21) Select settings VIERA Link setting VIERA Link On Power off link Set Power on link Set Default speakers TV select Automatic Input Switching Power on link Power - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 29
Link compatible equipment is initially turned on and Play mode is selected. When "Set" is selected (p. 26) and the TV is turned off, all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is also automatically turned off. DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder) will not turn off if it is still in rec mode. Caution - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 30
the item Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Recorder Speaker output TV Menu VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card select set or next Select Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Home theater Speaker output TV change Set Speaker control VIERA Link Control only with the - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 31
Record now Record now Stop recording set Stop recording set VIERA Link control VIERA Link control Recorder Recorder Speaker output Speaker output TV TV For optimal recording, the settings of the recorder might be required. For details, read the manual of the recorder. Recording will - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 32
VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card CC Setup next select You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu. Input your 4-digit password A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings. Create password Enter password. If it - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 33
TV ratings. Select "Mode" and set to "On". Program lock Mode On Monitor out On MPAA Off U.S.TV Off C.E.L.R. Off C.F.L.R. Off set select new password. ---- 0- 9 Lock Advanced Note This television is designed to support the "Downloadable U.S. Region Rating System" when available. - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 34
. Display menu Auto Set automatically Select "Setup" Menu VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card CC Setup next select Select "Program channel" Setup 1/2 Surf mode All Language Clock Program channel External devices Anti image retention next select Manual Set manually ■Press - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 35
Program channel ANT in Cable Auto Manual Signal meter next select Analog only Digital only select Settings are made automatically After the Signal strength If the signal is weak, check the antenna. If no problem is found, consult your local dealer. or change channel ok Note Current - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 36
(The Digital Closed Caption menu lets you configure the way you choose to view the digital captioning.) Select the setting. "Primary", "Second.", "Service 3", "Service 4", "Service 5", "Service 6" ■To make more in-depth display settings in digital programs Select "Digital setting" and press OK - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 37
menu and select "Setup" Menu VIERA Link Lock SD card CC Setup next select ■Press to exit from a menu "SKIP" is selected, the TV/VIDEO button press will skip menu. (p. 27) ■Select the terminal and set "Off" Monitor out Component 1 On Component 2 On HDMI 1 On HDMI 2 On HDMI 3 On select set - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 38
power on" (p. 27) is set. Display menu ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to the previous screen Note The TV automatically set ■To set "Timer 1-5" (On/Off Timer) Select the item and set Timer 1 Channel Day On time Off time Set 310 - 1 EVR FRI 10:00 AM 11:00 AM On select or set - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 39
Operating Peripheral Equipment You can operate other manufacturers' equipment using this TV's remote control. 1 Connect the external equipment to the TV and Power Off the external equipment 2 + 3 4 Press both buttons simultaneously for more than 3 seconds. •Release the buttons when the equipment - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 40
instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications. For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca Side input terminals Back of the TV oscillation, set the to be output through the PROG OUT terminals. "Monitor out" setting when connecting - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 41
connections as shown above, set "VIERA Link" (under "VIERA Link setting") to "On" using the Setup menu. (p. 21, 26-27). Note Individual HDMI equipment may require additional menu settings specific to each model. Please refer to their respective operating instruction manuals. When audio from - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 42
MODE (DBS) (CBL) DVD MODE Power Power Power Power - LIST LIST DVD AUDIO TV Input Switch TV Input Switch TV Input Switch TV Input Switch - Menu Menu Functions - - SUB MENU - Exit Up/Down/Left/Right Select Guide Exit Up/Down/Right/Left Select Guide Up/Down/Right/Left Enter - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 43
1972 0047 0000, 0041, 0042, 0089, 0105, 2613 1972 1972 0042, 0739 MTC Multitech NEC Nikko Nikon Niveus Media Noblex Northgate Olympus Onkyo Optimus Orion Panasonic 0739, 1797, 1988 1972 1972 0035, 0226 0041 0008, 0041, 0067, 2079 0037, 0278 0038, 0041, 0067 0072 0035, 0037 1037, 1137, 2010 1972 - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 44
Kawasaki Kenwood KLH Konka Koss Landel Lasonic Lenoxx LG LiteOn Loewe Magnavox Funai Gateway Go Video iLo JVC LG LiteOn Magnavox Philips Pioneer Onkyo Panasonic Philips Polk Audio RCA Code 0739 Brand Philips Samsung Code 0739 0739 Brand Tivo 0739 0739, 1797, 1988 1972 1972 2010 1972 1972 1972 - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 45
TV PROGRAMS RATINGS (U. S. TV) Age-based Group NR (Not Rated) Youth Guidance Age-based Ratings TV-NR TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV Caution The V-Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking "NR" programs (non rated Service Announcements • Religious • Sports • Weather Advanced - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 46
monitor is connected to the TV, the CC needs to be set up on the recorder or output 16:9), 480p (4:3), 480p (16:9): FULL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM 1080p / 1080i / 720p: FULL, H-FILL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM ZOOM". Select "Zoom adjust" on the "Picture" menu. (p. 24-25) V-position: Vertical position adjustment - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 47
9,999 160 x 120 to 10,000,000 * DCF (Design be displayed. Partly degraded files might TV does not support the format. GalleryPlayer warning messages Cannot display image due to incorrect ID data. There is a problem with your TV decoder. If this message appears, please contact Panasonic Service - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 48
(Continued) VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM" HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 28) This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 49
any key except the POWER key to return to 125 (1,080) /60p 67.43 59.94 * 1,125 (1,080) /60p 67.50 60.00 * 1,125 (1,080) /24p 26.97 23.98 * 1,125 models cannot be connected to the set. There is no need to use 11 12 13 14 15 6 7 8 9 10 12345 Pin No. Pin Layout for PC Input Terminal - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 50
, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance. For details (p. 55, 56) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www.panasonic.com/contactinfo www - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 51
is heard The sound is from built-in cooling fan (not a sign of faulty operation). TV set Parts of the TV set become hot. Even when the temperature of parts of the front, top and rear panels has risen, these temperature rises will not pose any problems in terms of performance or quality. 51 - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 52
the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. with the surface of the Plasma TV. If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may result. Avoid contact with coating. (If using a chemically-treated cloth, follow the instructions supplied with the cloth.) Do not attach sticky tape or labels, - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 53
Plasma Display Power Power Source Maximum Standby condition Drive method Aspect Ratio Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) (No. of pixels) Audio Output TH-42PZ85U AC 120 V, 60 Hz 573 W TH-46PZ85U 628 W TH-50PZ85U ( W × H × D ) TV Set only Including pedestal TV Set only 41.9 " × 26.4 " - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 54
CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Color Television Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 55
VIERA (958-4372) Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST. ■For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic to 9 pm, EST.) Panasonic Service and Technology Company 20421 84th - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 56
-home service LCD TV (26 in & over) In-home service One (1) year, parts (including Plasma Panel) and labour. One (1) year, parts (including LCD Panel) and labour. In-home Service will be carried out only to locations accessible by roads and within 50 km of an authorized Panasonic service facility - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 57
Note 57 Limited Warranty (for Canada) FAQs, etc. - Panasonic TH-42PZ85U | 46" Plasma Tv - Page 58
loss, and for Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number provisto a continuación y guardar este manual, más el recibo de su compra, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus New Jersey 07094 U.S.A. Panasonic
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TQB2AA0773-2
Operating Instructions
42”/46”/50” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV
(41.6/46.0/49.9
inches measured diagonally)
Manual de instrucciones
Televisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 42”/46”/50” de Plasma
(41,6/46,0/49,9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)
Model No.
Número de modelo
TH-42PZ85U
TH-46PZ85U
TH-50PZ85U
English
Español
Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y guárdelas para consultarlas en el futuro.
Las imágenes mostradas en este manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos.
Quick Start Guide
(See page 6-15)
Guía de inicio rápido
(vea la página 6-15)
For assistance (U.S.A.), please call:
1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For assistance (Puerto Rico), please call:
787-750-4300
or visit us at www.panasonic.com
For assistance (Canada), please call:
1-866-330-0014
or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca
Para solicitar ayuda (EE.UU.), llame al:
1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
Para solicitar ayuda (Puerto Rico), llame al:
787-750-4300
ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com